Africa
Russia recruiting Nigerians, other Africans for war: EU envoyÂ
The European Union’s ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, has raised concerns over reports that Russia is recruiting Nigerians and other Africans to support its...
Chad closes Sudan border after clashes with armed groups
Chad’s government said on Monday it was closing the border with Sudan until further notice, following several clashes between Chadian soldiers and armed groups...
Senegal slams Morocco’s sentencing of 18 fans after AFCON final
The Senegalese Football Federation has criticised a Moroccan court ruling that sentenced 18 Senegalese supporters following disturbances at last month’s Africa Cup of Nations...
Gabon suspends Facebook, TikTok over ‘conflict-inducing excesses’
Facebook and TikTok were no longer available in Gabon on Wednesday, AFP journalists confirmed, hours after the media regulator announced their suspension because of...
UNHCR seeks $1.6bn for Sudan refugee crisis
The United Nations (UN) refugee agency, UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and 123 partners on Tuesday appealed for $1.6 billion to support millions...
